STATEMENT: Great British Grid must ‘drive investment’

Commenting on the government’s unveiling of Great British Grid (GB Grid), UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association CEO James Alexander said today (29/09/2026):

“The government is absolutely right to take seriously the scale of the problem posed by underinvestment in our grid system.

“Delays in connecting renewable infrastructure to electricity networks can make the difference between investment staying in the UK and flowing overseas. Lengthy planning timelines can also derail major projects before they even get off the ground.

“Capturing this finance is essential for securing the future of our energy system while delivering growth and jobs across the country. GB Grid’s success should be judged on whether it makes the country a more attractive destination for this global capital.”

Notes to editors:

A UKSIF-commissioned YouGov poll found a majority of the British public would support investing their pension in affordable housing and renewable energy – read here.